Baker River Watershed Landscape Analysis
This landscape-scale analysis would improve ecological conditions, enhance recreational opportunities, provide forest products to support local economies, and maintain public access to valuable resources.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Located in Whatcom County, Washington, the project boundary encompasses approximately 106,000 acres to the east of Sedro-Woolley, WA.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Comment Period | 06/2026 (Estimated) |
| Objection Period Start | 10/2026 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 02/2027 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2027 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Mt Baker Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products; Road Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
On Hold
Forests:
Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Districts:
Mt Baker Ranger District
States:
Washington
Counties:
Whatcom
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Sarah Thibeault
810 State Route 20
Sedro-Woolley, WA 98294
(360) 856-5700
comments-pacificnorthwest-mtbaker-snoqualmie-mtbaker@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/4/2025